Man of War (wargame)

Man of War is a two-person wargame in which players control opposing fleets or squadrons of wooden-hulled ships.

Tactics and command structure simulate those used by European navies from the start of the American Revolution to the end of the Napoleonic Wars.

Newberg designed his own game, Man of War, which was published in 1983 by Simulations Canada with a print run of 1000 copies.

Burtt concluded, "If you are into single-ship actions, stick with Wooden Ships and Iron Men.

Brooks was disappointed that only a limited area is available for the combat, writing, "Although battles occur at sea, the battle arena is limited and the 'edge of the world' syndrome applies ... Why a moving ocean replenishment map was not employed is unknown, and often somewhat artificial maneuvers are required to avoid 'falling off the edge.'"

While aficionados of the topic may want to have it to add to their collection, they should know that its short-term interest may not lend itself to long-term enjoyment.